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    Man, I really wanted to like this place.  We went there a few weeks ago after hearing good things and thought we'd give it a try.  

    It was hot and we sat outside - so it seemed appropriate to order Chardonnay.  The wine was served a little warm - not "not cold" but actually warm.  Like it had been heated or something - very strange.  

    We ordered some food - started with the fondue which sounded awesome.  It was quite possibly the worst fondue I've ever experienced.  It's like they took a can of crappy beer cheese soup and dumped it in a jar.  It was awful, we returned it - and we never return anything.  Both of us also ordered salads - the lettuce was wilted and pretty old. Salad was edible - but certainly not good.  

    We might come back sometime and try again - or at least try the wine again.  They're getting 2 stars because the waitress was very nice and my wife's red wine was pretty good.

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    There aren't many wine bars in the south suburbs, but Vines is my favorite of the ones we have. They have an extensive wine list (I expect a book to peruse when going to a wine bar!), and decent food. Also, I love the atmosphere - the decor is cool, and is great for date night or meeting up with friends. I also feel like there are a lot of good food options, although it's not always as high-quality as the prices might indicate. I would most recommend any of the wine flights - they're a good deal and you're able to try a few wines. I'd also recommend keeping an eye out for coupons - there usually are some in mailers, or Entertainment books. Bottom line is that this is a nice hangout, great for wine, unique for Parker, but the food could be better. It's good, but definitely not great.

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    This review is for one thing and one thing only on Vines' menu:  The Three 2oz flight of any wine-by-the-glass on their menu for $18.  

    I got to taste and be wrapped up in three of my favorite wines (maybe not the right year but whatever);
    1)  '08 Silver Oak Cab
    2)  '08 Franciscan Cab
    3)  '08 Infinite Monkey Cab Franc (100%)

    Holy dear Jesus was I a happy camper.  Makes me want to crack open my personal stash of '04 Silver Oak...  Well, maybe.

    The wine menu is extensive for big red lovers like me.  Crazy overpriced as any other classy wine bar though.

    I was surprised at the upscale-ness of the place, I had always passed by and thought it was a normal wine bar.  But all the patrons were dressed up, the wait staff was much more professional than a normal joint and the fireplace and couches are still calling my name.

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    Went here for the first time this evening. Very disappointed. They were offering a "5280" three course special for two. Started with stuffed mushrooms for two. Completely bland and tasteless. Five tiny, and I mean tiny mushrooms for two. Wife then had a Tilapia main course. Fish was obviously frozen and dry as a bone. Came with a side of rice and then a bizzare stuffed pepper with- you guessed it-more rice.
    I had an overcooked dry pork chop.
    Wine was average at best. Sent the fish back, got about a cupful of lobster pasta as a consolation prize.
    Not going back anytime soon!

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    Vine's is a great place to meet up with a few friends and have a nice evening out.  I wouldn't recommend going for dinner, but if you're looking for a great Tapas and Wine joint, this is the place for you.

    The service is good, and the wine is always better.  With a selection of wines ranging from $20 up to bottles in the hundreds, there are plenty of choices for the wine connoisseur in your group.

    Pork Wings, Fondue and the Caesar Salad are among some of my favorites here.  As far as the food goes in general, they are very small portions for the price.  A set of four pork wings runs in the 8 to 9 dollar range, which seems pretty steep to me.  

    I give Vine's Wine Bar a solid Four Star rating, mostly because of the wine and atmosphere it provides.  I'll definitely be back.

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    The food is good, but I agree with another reviewer that the food is overpriced. $18 for the beef medallions? Wow.
    And like another reviewer, we received dessert menu's and then our waitress went MIA!!   This has happened to me twice now.  I don't know if the waitresses all take a break at the same time, or WHERE they disappear to, but I did not see one of them for at least 15 minutes.

    Finally, we opted out of dessert (a good thing, considering how expensive dinner is), but we had to ask the server refilling water glasses to please go and find our Waitress.

    I like to come here on Wednesday's with my co-workers, but the overpriced food and the MIA Server's are making me think about trying someplace else.

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    My husband and I had our 5th year wedding anniversary here. We only shared some tapas and dessert but it was amazing. The prices were great, portions were perfect, and the atmosphere was romantic. Best anniversary dinner I could ask for. :)

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    Went here for GP's Birthday Party.  Friday November 9th 2012.  All of us decide to order several Appetizers and Entrees to share among 10 of us.  This establishment is indeed jam packed that evening with many patrons alike.  The Birthday party reservation was for 18:30hrs that evening.  Since there were 10 of us, they sat us at the "SOFA" section almost near to the Fireplace.    

    From what I could recall these were the items we had and shared :

    *  Mushroom Caps ($6.00)
    The Mushroom Caps are filled with an assortment of Monterey Jack Cheese, and Tuscan Tomatoes all topped with Parmesan Cheese.   We requested for the Mushroom Caps to be cooked without the Sausage.  Our server comply to our request.

    *  Artichoke Dip ($9.00)
    The Artichoke Dip was House-Made Cheese Dip with Spinach and chunky Artichokes.  It was served with Pita Chips.  Before I could take the picture of this dish, it was long devoured by my GFs.

    *  Cheese Plate ($14.00)
    Several arrays of Cheese and Crackers.  This dish comes with a Strawberry, Chopped Apricots, Figs and Peanuts.

    *  Hummus ($7.00)
    We opt for the Chef-Made Hummus with Roasted Tomatoes Served with Pita Chips.

    *  Cheese Fondue ($10.00)
    We opt for the Garlic and Herb Brie option.  The Cheese Fondue is served with Cubed Bread & Crudités.

    *  Mussels ($13.00)
    The Mussels dish thankfully have at least 10 Mussels or more, so at least one of us get to taste One Mussels.  The Mussels are a mixture of small and medium variety.  This dish comes with a toasted bread.  The Mussels dish was just A-OK.

    *  Beef Medallions ($18.00)
    It comes with Roasted Garlic Rosemary Mashed Potatoes.  I so wish the Beef Medallions to be cooked well done.  A little to raw for my tastebud.

    *  Rock Shrimp ($12.00)
    The Tempura Rock Shrimp is delicately battered and tossed with Spicy Aioli.  It was served on slices of Jicama.

    *  Lobster Fettuccini ($13.00)
    Just the norm Alfredo Sauce.  Only small bites of Lobster was found in this dish.  Loaded with Fettuccini more than Lobster portion.  Nothing fancy, nothing stellar to rave about.

    *  Lamb Chop ($18.00)
    This dish comes with a 6 oz Lamb Chop.  The Lamb Chop is covered with Balsamic Rub.  It was served with the Tomatillo Gazpacho and Risotto.  For this dish, it was also A-OKay.

    *  Grilled Salmon ($17.00) + Risotto ($4.00) + Sauteed Spinach & Shallots ($4.00)
    The Grilled Salmon dish we opt for the Butter Fig Glaze.  With 2 extra side dishes, we opt for the Risotto and Sauteed Spinach & Shallots.  Just A-OKay.  

    Some of my GFs, opt for wine as part of their beverages that evening.  If I am not mistaken some of them also order Soda, Tea or Coffee.  

    There were several servers who assist us since we have a big group.  The evening went well.  But at the later part of the evening, when we wanted to settle our check, our Main Server seems to be "missing in action" aka MIA from the scene.  Hence for the check to be cleared it took awhile than anticipated.

    I want to like the Rock Shrimp and the Mushroom Caps the best coz they were so ADDICTIVE!!  I wish I could have more.  But with the pricing, hmmm....  With tips and tax, I contributed $30.  Left this establishment at 20:35hrs.  Would I return?  A MAYBE BUT NOT In A Hurry coz with regards to the food and the portion is WAY Overpriced for my liking.  *Sad Face*

    @12/2013

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    I have been to Vines twice since the new ownership and some of the changes I like (Bigger portions on entree's with the additions of 2 sides) but the reason for my drop from a five star to a four star is that their selection of wine has gone WAY down. My husband and I would stop by for happy hour which is great all wines by the glass are 1/2 off. We'd end up staying for dinner of course after a couple of glasses of wonderful wine.

    However .... the last two times I've been there the options for wine by the glass are very slim.. usually only 1 or 2 in each variety and both times they were out of several of the selections that were ON the menu.

    My marketing group also did a CASH MOB there this Monday... we like to support local and new business and thought we'd do a happy hour event there for them. It's a surprise fun thing for the owner so we don't tell them in advance just come in with a big group and pay cash... Only problem was.. neither of the owners were there. We were quite disappointed since part of the idea is to meet and get to know the owners. Lee and Cheri the original owners were always there.. at least one of them. Hopefully this is just them figuring things out and I'll be back again just because I love the location and venue but for a wine bar.. they really need a bigger selection of wines by the glass.

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  • 0

    Best wine by the glass list in the 'burbs. Ok atmosphere. Food is so so. Service is average.

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    I will keep this review short and sweet.  We ventured after an already amazing dinner for some nice wine.  So this review is solely for the wine since our tummy's were already so full.

    Interesting to note that they have changed their menu and now seem to have a full menu of appetizers and entrees and not tapas.  

    I'm not a wine connoisseur by any means so I needed help from my fellow Yelpers and the wonderful waitress for some wonderful recommendations.  I decided on one of the white wine flights, great descriptive words in the menu to help you decide on the perfect wine flight for your taste buds.  The white wines (3) were delicious, light, and sweet, the perfect end to wonderful evening.

    I would love to come back to Parker to try some more wine and even a dish or two to round out my review.  Wine is A+ in my book.

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    This is another one of the places that I am thankful for it being on my side of town, (Parker).  It gives me the opportunity to have a great meal and and wonderful wine selection all nestled in super-cozy downtown Parker.  The portions are small especially when compared to the prices however the quality, taste and presentation is worth it in my opinion.  I guess you could justify the slightly escalated price with the savings in gas and time by not having to drive somewhere else in Denver for the perfect meal and setting.  

    Wine selection at Vine's is great and being able to order up a few flights gives you the opportunity to try a samplings before ordering a bottle.  Moreover, all wines are available by the glass so you don't necessarily have to order a full bottle of something you may have liked in the flight.  

    Vine's is a place I will return to often for that special date night with the wife.

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    I applaud Vines for trying to do an urban tapas/wine bar in the burbs, but let's be honest here, if this place was in Denver, I doubt it would succeed the way it is now.

    Why? It's really overpriced for what you get. This is especially true for the food. I know tapas are supposed to be small, but it's kind of amazing to charge entree prices of $10+ for as little food as they give you here. And the quality of the food isn't that great either. We had "Mediterranean pizzas" for (I think) somewhere around $12 and it was basically pitas smeared with hummus and topped with green onion and chicken. They were okay, but I could spend $12 to make those for a dinner party and probably serve 30 people. Here it was exactly four small bites.

    I also had the chicken pancetta which had very dry chicken wrapped in limp, bland bacon and filled with an unremarkable tomato paste concoction. Again, not very exciting (or much) food for what was surely over $10.

    The wine list is very extensive to the point of nearly confusing. But the "flights" on wine that combined various related wines were nice and not terribly expensive. The service was also excellent. Our server guides through the menu with ease.

    But overall I was not terribly impressed with this place. It's kind of like it was meant to appeal to suburbanites who don't really get to the city to experience real urbanity.

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    Here's the deal: I love this place, but dayyyyyyyuummmm it's expensive! If I had a sugar daddy or perhaps a wealthy dead relative who favored me in their will I would give it 5 stars, but since my budget is kind of an important factor, sorry Vines, knockin' you down.  Damn my expensive taste and empty wallet.

    Location is perfect, the ambiance is great, the service is usually great, there are comfy leather chairs in front a fireplace, and everything I've tried on the menu has been great (well, with one exception... some weird cheese spread thing that came in a dip sampler that was terrible. meh)

    The secret: Go during happy hour! 1/2 price bottles, 1/2 price glasses (does NOT include the flights!) and I think they have specials on appetizers, too.

    Fave appetizers: the baked brie and the crab dip.

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    Pretty good...wines are not particularly novel, but serviceable.

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  • 0

    Another welcome surprise in my Parker visit! Lovely waitress and super cozy couches and chairs by a fireplace made it a great date spot. They were also more than accommodating and bringing me a shot of whiskey to throw in my tea from Fika. Highly recommend the baked brie!

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    Took a friend here last night for a birthday celebration - we had several  flights of wine and a rounds of hot tapas. The wine list is huge; so many choices by the glass and flight. We really liked the filet mignon and pork & veggie empanadas. The panko tilapia didn't have much flavor. All in all; this was a fun atmosphere for a group, you can make reservations and even sit at couches by the fireplace... we'll be back!

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    I have been to Vines numerous times since they opened 5 or 6 years ago.  We stopped by after the Parker Wine Walk and, as always, were greeted at the door and served promptly and friendly.  This is my go to place when in Parker and desire a real wine selection.  The tapas are fun to share and are priced fairly.

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    We were pretty surprised when we found this place - especially since Parker's landscape is dotted with more chain and fast food places than other types of cuisine (I swear to god, there are no less than 30 Chipoltes in that goddamn town) - and we were very excited to see a nicer place that offered something quite different.

    This place is - most definitely - a wine bar. The wine menu dwarfs your food menu by a factor of no less than 4, and is full of all different types. Personally, I am just as happy drinking wine out of a box or a "Bling Berry Fortified Wine" as I am from a bottle with a real cork, so it is not the biggest draw for me, but I do appreciate a good glass of wine once in a while. I am not the type that can speak on the quality of their wine list, but with the sheer volume of information and types available, I don't see how you could be disappointed.

    What I do know about is food, and the menu here is great. It is tapas, so the dishes are small and varied. The problem with this - and one that has been remarked on extensively in these reviews - is that it can be expensive. Although this place is a little pricey, I find it comparable to any number of other taps bars I've been to, and in my opinion this one has superior food. What is also nice is that they rotate their menu somewhat frequently here, and you can try new things.

    I definitely recommend this place. It's a good restaurant to go to with a group of friends, and it's a great place to stop in for drinks - happy hour prices make the wine very affordable.

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  • 0

    Great tapas, lovely wait staff. The wine flights are creative and plentiful. We love to sit on the patio and watch the street traffic, but I don't mean the cars which are practically in your lap. It would be more pleasant if it wasn't across from a noisy biker bar. Although, the bikers are entertaining.

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    The is the second restaurant in Parker that I've had to re-review for an increase in stars.  To go from a 2 star dining experience to a 4 star is a huge leap.  This all came about because my neighbor goes to Vines all the time and loves it and couldn't believe that I had that bad of an experience there.  So he talks to the owner and the owners says drag her back in and we'll make it right.  So.....I did.  I met the owner, Lee, and the executive chef, Ryan, both were very charming and wanted to ensure that I didn't leave unhappy.  Unlike most chains it is a breathe of fresh air to see and owner and chef who really care about their food and it's all about making it right and making sure everyone has a good time.  

    I apologize ahead of time for the lengthy review and wanted to make sure that I covered all my bases.

    Now to get down to the food - which was top notch.

    Salsa De Parmigiano - It the perfect starter.  Asiago an Parmesan cheese with Olive Oil, herbs and chili flakes - It has just enough of a kick to make it dance on your tongue.  Delightful.

    Chef Chips of the day with a remoulade dipping sauce.  Cooked to crispy perfection, with the exact amount of salt and the sauce hits close to the wow factor.

    Chicken Pancetta - Very moist chicken stuffed with goat cheese and sun dried tomatoes wrapped in Pancetta.  The chef did it just right keeping the chicken moist and the the pancetta crispy.

    Fonduta Fondu - There are three different choices and we choose Brie.  There were a variety of dipping items - red and green peppers, carrots, celery (I think) and cubes of bread.  Then of course there was a cheese.  It was good - It was missing just a hint of something for me to make it absolutely great.  Everyone in the party loved it.  So it is only a matter of preference.

    Steamed Mussels - This dish ran the gambit of feedback.  For one person it was a little fishy, for another it was just okay.  For me the mussels were cooked well however it left me a little flat as I'm not a wine drinker and these were cooked in what seemed like a very dry white wine.  It didn't keep me from eating them but left me wanted a little more from them.  The owner did say that you can order these with a different wine or with no wine at all.

    Pork Tenderloin with a cranberry sauce - Cooked perfectly and the sauce gives you that cranberry zing with a touch of sweetness.  The only critique I have about this dish is that there wasn't enough of it.  Definitely at hit at our table.

    Beef & Brie Brioche - How hard is it to get the crust a golden brown and still have a medium rare Filet Mignon inside - not for this chef.  This was melt in your mouth good.  Great pairing with the beef and brie.

    And to finish off the meal Tiramisu - made in house by the executive chef Ryan.  He quickly drags the lady fingers through the espresso so they don't get too soggy and then the marscapone cheese is just the right amount of sweet.

    All-in-all I'm extremely happy that I went back and plan on going back again and again.  If you aren't happy with anything at Vines ask to speak to the owner and he will make it right.  This is a refreshing change from other places.  There is a lot of care that goes into Vines.

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    I went back to Vines.  I met the owner (very friendly), he made some menu recommendations, and I had an excellent dining experience.  The chicken wrapped in pancetta was outstanding.  The fonduta fondu was very tasty.  The pork tenderloin was flavorful.  For dessert, the tiramisu was the best I have had in a long time.  I also had a couple lovely glasses of wine.

    FYI, the outdoor seating area (wrapping around the front of this building) is dog friendly.

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  • 0

    Went here yesterday during the Parker festival and I was very disappointed.  My sister and I shared "prime" rib sliders and some crab dip. The meat in the sandwich was really cold and it was very odd since they gave u hot au jus so u would expect meat to be hot right?  And I hate to say it but I think the crab was fake. And if it's not I apologize but it smelled really fishy so your damned either way

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  • 0

    PROS:
    The ambiance is great...although we went as a party of 8, this would do great for a date night.
    The staff are uber knowledgeable about wines. One of our friends wasn't drinking at the time, and they even had "non-alcoholic wine" for her. I tasted it, and it tasted like a light bodied chardonnay
    The food, albeit, tiny portions tasted great.

    CONS:
    Plan for parking...We went on a Friday night, and had to park at the Safeway parking lot and walk to the restaurant (which is like a 5 min walk)
    This is a tapas bar, people..So, do not expect to be full after eating food here
    Cost is on the high side...I was surprised that the wine wasn't as expensive as the food

    Overall, we had a great time! Will TOTALLY be back.

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  • 0

    Love the atmosphere and food...Didn't have wine, but their infused vodka cocktails are great!!

    They had a live band, but not sure if that is normal or just for Parker Days.

    We will be back!

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  • 0

    The first time I tripped into Vine's I was with my mother, there were 3 other people in the place, and we were treated well.  

    I decided to go back for a date and we met at the door, walked in, had to seat ourselves and then waited.  We were told we'd be helped soon and the "help" consisted of throwing menus at us and, when we were questioning what we should do, told we'd be given more time.

    A wine was suggested to me that was awful, tasted as if it had sat open for several days, and was thrown into my glass with a gesture that had my date commenting on how crash and undignified it was (it's a WINE bar.. have SOME kind of flare ffs!).

    His scotch tasted just as bad and he knows his scotch.  

    We told them we weren't happy and they did not offer any consolation.  We paid and left our drinks half finished.

    Awful experience.  NOT recommended for anyone wine lover or no.

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    It's okay if you want to impress a first date to show off you can afford to pay for overpriced 'everything'.
    While it's not a problem for my wallet that does not mean I like to waste money.  
    I did not care for the prices nor the menu.

    I give this a thumbs down for bad parking, bad location and bad prices.

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    Great little place to go for wine.  They make awesome recomendations and the food is good.

    Price is a little on the high side, but I think that you get what you pay for here.  I will be back with friends again and again.

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    Been to Vines couple of times and always leave with the same feeling - service 'ok', food 'barely ok,' prices 'not ok.' The martinis are on the expensive side, although nothing special and exquisite, just bottom-shelf (svedka, pravda, smirnoff) either infused or mixed with some juice, barely shaken, sometimes very flat - selling for $8-$9 each. And then they pour them in these tiny glasses which take only 3-4 sips to be done :( Wine selection is good but you can find them all in most large local liquor stores at fraction of the price they're charging at Vines. The owners, the couple, have an attitude as if they're wine-gods...

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  • 0

    Vines is a wonderful addition to Parker nightlife. Comfortable interior; very well appointed. Excellent selection of wine and whiskey flights, great tapas. Live entertainment. A nice mix of food and fun. A favorite.

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    I will be honest, these folks have been teaching me about wine.  I love the amtnosphere.  This is the place to talk over a glass of wine after a long week, or to gaze into the eyes of someone you love.  While you are there check our the Baked Bri....... oh yes!

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    For a bar that specializes in Wine - don't think they can't serve you a great beer too.  They have an awesome selection of some amazingly great beers and they have some really fantastic tapas to accompany your drink of choice.    I love the fireplace in the cooler months (if you can get a seat) and the patio is great for smaller groups and when sunny outside it is a great spot to people watch.   I will be there many more times trying something dry and bold!

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    The tapas are good - the wine list extensive - the service has always been pleasant in my two trips there.  It's a nice place to nosh on a few different things, drink a mojito or have some vino and chill.

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    When I lived in Parker, this was one of my fave places to go without having to trek up into Denver. I've tried many of the tapas and never been disappointed. Faves: crab stuffed shrimp, wild mushroom ravioli, filet medallions, sauteed mushrooms, and hot krab dip. Then there are the cheesecake xangos . . . I'm drooling just thinking about them. They have a great wine selection at varying price points too. The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed.

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    I totally enjoyed my first visit here.  We have wine flights and tapas and dessert. Two of us. Bill was $52. It may be a little on the steep side for Parker, CO, but anywhere else in the civilized world it would seem pretty standard to me.

    Service was excellent. Wine Diva was there when we needed her, and not hovering when we didn't.

    Atmosphere was exactly what I would expect for a wine bar. Quiet, soft lighting, beautiful artwork, unique handmade wine tables, etc.  We were able to talk and enjoy each other's company.

    All seemed very NYC or San Fran or Chicago.  Not Main Street, Parker, CO.  

    Perhaps some of the other reviewers would have been more comfortable in the Harley Bar across the street. Beer, lights, crowded, live music!  Me? Actually, I like both!

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    A nice place to enjoy your company. Knowledgeable sommeliers at the bar. They won't give you hard time if you tell them they may need to change out the bottle. The owners are really nice people. I took a very informative class on Dessert Wines recently. Crab stuffed shrimp is AWESOME. My only complaint, as usual, is it's a little pricey. Buying a bottle yourself vs by the glass at the bar will save you quite a bit of money. They've got live music and comfy chairs. I had a fall party here once with over 20 people and they staff handled it well; everyone enjoyed themselves.

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    Wine Diva?!  The waitress shirts actually said 'Wine Diva' on them.  That pretty much sums up what you're in for.  Let me start with the positive though.

    The location is great, and the interior is very nice, though the leather seats in the middle that look nice to sit at are usually taken up by a few drunk people all the time.  There is live music sometimes which is neat if you are in the mood.

    The food.... is way over priced!  As other reviews have stated.  Basically you get a tiny tapas portion, but pay for the full entree price.  No kidding.  Some of them are good, some are quite gross.  The deserts are all not great.

    The Wine...  They don't have as good of a wine selection as they think they do.   And, it is also very overpriced.  Happy hour kinda puts it at the right price for a glass.  They have a lot of wine in their bar served in a system that fills the empty space in the bottle with nitrous oxide (I believe) so that it doesn't spoil as fast.  Though I've had a couple glasses that tasted like that glass of wine you get at a restaurant from a bottle that was opened the day before.  yuk.

    The service...  as I said before, their shirts say 'wine diva'.  They assume you know nothing about wine.  I got a small carafe of one type of wine that I get regularly, and it tasted like it had been open overnight.  I didn't drink more than 2 sips and she took it away when I said it was off.  BUT, she charged me ANYWAY!  She came back later and said, "that wine is very oaky, you must not like oaky".  I almost exploded.  So not only did she charge me for old wine I didn't drink, she presumed I know nothing about wine and told me what I like.  Thanks.  The other couple times I've been, the service hasn't been that bad, but still comes with a good amount of baggage.

    Go if you have money to throw away, and like I said, the environment is quite nice.  If you have enough wine, you'll have a good time, though you'll leave broke and hungry.

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    As much as this place tries to be "the spot"... it's not. There is a large selection of wine but you'll spend just as much on a glass as you would on a bottle if you bought the bottle somewhere else... There always seems to be a wine-nazi at the bar who knows everything except the fact that I'm not there to have the best wine, just the best buzz. Happy hour is great since it is half off (regular price anywhere else). This is a great place to bring your date if you are ready to shell out some serious cash... so, don't take a first date here... unless you are looking for something other than a relationship.

    After receiving your tab for the end of the night, you might find yourself asking "doe this come with a happy ending"... It's not going to happen.

    The staff is your typical wine elitists who scare people off just as much as the wine-nazi at the end of the bar alone... let me point out the fact that he/she is ALONE.. I wonder why?

    It is refreshing to see a small business survive in the capitol of Urban Sprawl (Parker) but you are going to have to pay $15 for a glass of wine to keep this business afloat.

    I think I might ask about their boxed wine selection just to scare the wine-nazi away...

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    I have been to Vines a million times, especially fond of it for first dates.  Why?  One, because it's close to my home.  Two, because the food is so small, you don't look like a pig ordering too much.  Which I tend to do because I am a food-aholic.  I love it!!

    While I have had some decent dishes at Vines and some decent wine, the prices are just too high.  I can't justify spending too much on such a small amount of food!  Luckily it's been mostly dates paying, but now that I am married, my hubby and I went for old times sake.  We had our 2nd date there.  :-)  However, nothing has changed.  Some old guy that can't sing was at the microphone and the food was ok, but still over-priced.  It's a fantastic atmosphere, but over-priced.  If price is no object, try everything on their menu, it's all pretty darned good!

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    My boss took several of us here and it was really nice!  It's a great atmosphere with leather couches, fireplaces and low lighting.  The food was delicious and the wine sampler really helped me figure out which wines I liked (and which ones I didn't like so much...)

    However, the food portions are tiny little tapas, and as delicious as they were, I about choked when I saw the bill!  One little tiny dish runs about $14, and you have to get several to share.  It's a really cool and trendy place, but be prepared to empty out your wallet at the end of the night!

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